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Special Emmy Recognition for AZPM Original


The Rocky Mountain Southwest chapter of the National Academy of Television Arts & Sciences (NATAS) has presented the 2016 Board of Governors’ Award to the Arizona Public Media (AZPM) original project, Passing On.

The Rocky Mountain Southwest NATAS Governors’ Award is the highest award the chapter gives to an individual, organization or station. This award is given to a multi-platform project that extends beyond the parameters of the chapter’s regular television distinctions.

Passing On will be honored along with “Build A Bike” from Cox Communications at the regional Emmy® award gala in October.

“AZPM has been fortunate to be recognized by NATAS in the past, but this award is very special to us because it represents a collaborative, team project that involved many people in many departments and several community organizations,” said Jack Gibson, AZPM General Manager. “We’re very honored and proud to receive it.”

AZPM’s original documentary Passing On sheds light on a subject most people shy away from: end of life. In partnership with the Pima Council on Aging (PCOA), AZPM coordinated various outreach programs open to members of the southern Arizona community, including panel discussions and workshops, to share valuable information about planning for end of life. Major funding for Passing On was provided by The David and Lura Lovell Foundation. Additional funding provided by The Marshall Foundation.

The full film, information and resources are available at passing-on.org.

Story by AZPM Staff